Landman-Oil and Gas

Landman-Oil and Gas (Oklahoma)

Summary:

We are seeking an experienced Landman with strong oil and gas land knowledge, particularly in Oklahoma. This role will be responsible for negotiating, drafting, and managing land agreements, conducting title research, assisting in acquisition due diligence and ensuring compliance with regulatory and environmental requirements. The ideal candidate has a proven track record in lease acquisitions, title review, curative work, and regulatory filings in Oklahoma's unique oil and gas environment. This is an independent contractor role with the potential to transition into a full-time employment opportunity.

An ideal candidate will be trustworthy, driven, pragmatic, and a self-starter. In addition, a successful candidate will be a forward thinker and challenge status quos and be aligned with jade owls' growth vision. Candidate must be self-motivated and passionate to perform job duties with little supervision. Candidate is also required to have strong interpersonal and communications skills as well as strong documentation skills.

About the Employer:

·       jade owls is entrepreneurial in nature with ambitious growth plans.

·       Founded in 2022 upon the values of integrity, grit, and cashflow.

·       Operates ~2000 BOPD focused in Oklahoma & Wyoming.

·       Driven to hire the best

·       Equity in a fast-growing private company will be offered as part of the compensation package for full-time salaried employees.

·       Provide growth opportunities for all employees. jade owls has grown >10x since incorporation.

Responsibilities:

·       Negotiate, draft, and manage oil and gas leases, surface use agreements, rights-of way, joint operating agreements, unit agreements and related contracts.

·       Conduct title research and verify mineral and leasehold ownership.

·       Prepare, review, and file regulatory forms with the Oklahoma Corporation Commission, Bureau of Indian Affairs and other agencies.

·       Identify and resolve title defects, including preparing curative instruments such as affidavits of heirship and stipulations.

·       Maintain accurate land and ownership records.

·       Track lease obligations, expirations, rentals, and other deadlines.

·       Support due diligence efforts for acquisitions, divestitures, and joint ventures.

·       Collaborate with legal, regulatory, and operations teams to ensure compliance with state and federal requirements.

·       Ensure compliance with existing land agreements.

Education and Experience

• Required:
  A bachelor's degree in Energy Management/Petroleum Land Management or a related field.
• Minimum of 8 years
  of direct oil and gas land experience in Oklahoma (required).
• AAPL Certification
  -RPL or CPL (required).

·     Preference given to candidates that bring demonstrated expertise gained from working with both a large independent operator and a smaller company, providing valuable perspective on the differing demands and efficiencies of each environment.

Schedule and Structure:

• Hybrid work from home position with frequent field travel to Oklahoma fields and possibly Wyoming.
• Candidate must be based in Oklahoma.

Travel Requirements

:

• 1-2 weeks of travel per quarter to the fields within Oklahoma and possibly Wyoming

Benefits:

• Opportunity for Vacation, sick, volunteer, and holiday pay.
  PTO is unlimited but with understanding of timing with critical business activities.
• Comprehensive healthcare coverage including medical and dental insurance; most of the monthly premium covered by jade owls.

Significant equity in a fast-growing private company will be offered as part of the compensation package for full-time salaried employees.

• Opportunity for Short Term and Long-Term Incentives.
• Opportunity for career growth with potential for future promotions.

Please note that the following job posting does not guarantee or promise specific benefits offerings to potential employees. While we strive to provide competitive compensation and benefits packages, the availability and details of these offerings are subject to change, are determined by company policies, and budgetary considerations. We encourage all applicants to review our official employee benefits documentation and engage in discussions with management during the interview process to gain a comprehensive understanding of the benefits package available for the position.

Field Work Environment and Physical Requirements:

The work environment characteristics described here are representative of those this position may encounter while performing the essential functions of this job. Reasonable accommodations may be made to enable individuals with disabilities to perform the essential functions.

·       Working in ambient temperatures of -40°F to 100°F

·       Work in all weather conditions including rain, snow, mud, etc. – work is performed in hazardous driving and working conditions all season of the year.

·       Ability to lift 50 lbs.

·       Exposure to hazardous facilities including moving equipment and H2S environments.

Note:

This job description is intended to convey information essential to understanding the scope of the job and the general nature and level of work performed by job holders within this job. However, this job description is not an exhaustive list of qualifications, skills, efforts, duties, responsibilities or working conditions associated with the position. 

Offers of employment take into consideration a candidate's education, training, and experience, as well as the position's work location, external market, and internal value, including seniority and merit systems, and internal pay alignment when determining the compensation level for potential new employees.

Base Pay Range:

Contract Rate $90/hour

Salary subject to negotiation upon transition to full-time employment.

Restricted Stock Units: TBD upon transition to full-time employment.

·      

Future pay growth is based on value added, not years of experience.

·       Significant equity in a fast-growing private company will be offered as part of the compensation package for salaried full-time employees

jade owls is an equal opportunity employer. We value and encourage diversity in our workforce and provide equal employment opportunities to all individuals protected by applicable laws.

Application Deadline
:

Application Deadline: September 15, 2025. Applications received after the deadline will not be considered.

Notice To Third Party Agencies
:

jade owls does not accept unsolicited resumes from recruiters, employment agencies, or other staffing services. Any unsolicited resumes, including those submitted to hiring managers or other business leaders, will become the property of jade owls and jade owls will have the right to hire that candidate without reservation – no fee or other compensation will be owed or paid to the recruiter, employment agency, or other staffing service.

Wünschenswerte Fähigkeiten

• Negotiation

• Oklahoma City, Oklahoma, United States

Berufserfahrung

• Other Legal

Sprachkenntnisse

• English